1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 979 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Peugeot 406 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
Model | Foursome | 406 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2710 mm |